It Takes Two

 PlayStation 5
User Score
9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 927 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 32 out of 927
  3. Negative: 50 out of 927

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  1. Jacksjus
    Apr 1, 2021
    10
    This game is nothing short of a masterpiece. It's fast paced with no dull moments at all. The challenge in combat is fair with the only complaint being that the puzzles could have been slightly tougher.
  2. Slydanno70
    Jul 21, 2022
    10
    This game was incredible. The perfect co-op game for my wife and I to enjoy. She is a Nintendo fan girl and it's generally difficult to get her to become engaged with a title on the PlayStation V, but she quickly became engrossed in this one. The graphics were great, the story was well done, the level design was genius and the puzzles were both challenging and diverse. The other elementsThis game was incredible. The perfect co-op game for my wife and I to enjoy. She is a Nintendo fan girl and it's generally difficult to get her to become engaged with a title on the PlayStation V, but she quickly became engrossed in this one. The graphics were great, the story was well done, the level design was genius and the puzzles were both challenging and diverse. The other elements that were added to the game such as the shooter sequences and particularly the Gauntlet type game play in the Castle level were nothing short of spectacular. The game had some humorous story elements and thought and teamwork were definitely required to finish the journey. I thought the female characters singing special power to the puzzle solving on that particular level was kind of silly, but you can't hit a home run on every swing. The developers were clearly trying to share a unique gaming experience and something we had never seen as gamers. You can't penalize them from trying to offer a truly one-of-a-kind experience. This game is a perfect co-op title and comes with the very highest of high recommendations, it was absolutely deserving of Game of the Year.… Expand
  3. steffmaister
    Mar 27, 2021
    10
    Unique, fun and thrillng game with an absolutley wonderful narrative. Sure, it might not be for everybody because of the coop only restrictions but my oh my have I missed a game designer truly for two players.
  4. tomrein
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    Best co-op game out there! Cool and creative game mechanics. Much variation, you never get bored. Masterpiece.
  5. Robinxbox
    Mar 27, 2021
    10
    The best gaming experience I have ever had, absolutely incredible, 100 different gaming mechanics and ideas, every level completely unique, pure genius, my mind still tries to handle that level design brilliance, coop in its finest, the word coop gets totally new heights
  6. Raven2401
    Apr 21, 2021
    10
    Solid 10 for me infact I wish I could rate this higher! Game is stunning, storyline has a good mix of emotional moments which are countered with comedy when the emotions get to sad! Takes approximately 14 hours to complete but every area has different tools and abilities to make it fun and mini games! The only downside? This game ruins other co op storyline driven games that can’t live upSolid 10 for me infact I wish I could rate this higher! Game is stunning, storyline has a good mix of emotional moments which are countered with comedy when the emotions get to sad! Takes approximately 14 hours to complete but every area has different tools and abilities to make it fun and mini games! The only downside? This game ruins other co op storyline driven games that can’t live up to the innovation hazelight has put into this game… Expand
  7. KILLSON13
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    Great couples game, amazing story, characters and creative level design. Best Split screen game on the PS5
  8. dimkew
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    I recommend everyone to play this game with their loved one. Great game with simple graphics but real relationships.
  9. lrg4you
    Apr 29, 2021
    10
    For me, this game is a Masterpiece period
    the level design is absolutely georgus, the story is amazing, and the gameplay is beyond fun, this game reminds me of the old-time when they make real games, the game is solid well built, and the graphics are amazing.
    THANK YOU for making this game.
  10. Britmatt81
    Jul 20, 2023
    10
    Wasn't sure about trying this game as I have not heard of it so wasn't expecting much. Hooked up with a friend to give it a go and I absolutely love it. Full of fun, puzzles, humour and excellent graphics and varied levels. I love that you have to work together as a team and communicate properly to get passed the puzzles. Highly recommend this game and its a blast. Excellent
  11. SuperkenGaming
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    It Takes Two
    to make a thing go right
    It takes towo is a 12 hour long co op based puzzle platforming game and this is the best co op gave ive ever played in my life. Here you play as either May or Cody… This game does require you play with two people either online or locally, I played locally with my girlfriend, she was May, I was cody… Your daughter is sad the two of you are getting    It Takes Two
    to make a thing go right
    It takes towo is a 12 hour long co op based puzzle platforming game and this is the best co op gave ive ever played in my life.
    Here you play as either May or Cody… This game does require you play with two people either online or locally, I played locally with my girlfriend, she was May, I was cody… Your daughter is sad the two of you are getting divorced, the classic magic tears happen and next thing you know, the both of you wake up in the bodies of these 2 dolls,and you have a spansish love doctor in the form of the book of love there to help you find love again, all while the two of you are trying to break the spell and get back in your bodies…. The levels area variety of puzzles, and its that variety that makes it takes two such an amazing game, as again this game is 12 hours long, variety is an absolute necessity.. and because of that, each level here almost feels like a new puzzle game itself… each time youre given a new ability or weapon for that level specifically, which also makes this game so accessible, theres no need to remember every tool or control the game throws at you, as every hour or 2, you throw that item away for a new one, and I loved that..I loved knowing that if im not liking the gameplay of a particular section, that if I just puh through, ill be given a new fresh style of gameplay and not have to deal with it anymore.. and hey.. if you are playing locally and you like one persons ability more than the others, you could just switch characters if theyre willing.. I personally played as cody the whole time… the game does do a great job at switching who gets th better ability… though I feel mostly cody is stuck with the here, let me move this or hold this while you have all the fun platforming… I felt like the cogs inside of a platforming level quite a few times while playing… an interesting idea that im sure would be a pain development wise, is the ability to chose who gets what before a level starts or the ability to switch items as the level goes on.. either to switch things up for each player, or for moments of strengths and weaknesses to play out in the actual people playing… it wasn’t that big of a deal having your ability already pre chosen based on the character you are.. but the choice would’ve been nice.. overall though I absolutely love It Takes Two.. you get a touching story, gameplay variety that revels the likes of a Mario game, and one the most if no the most amazing co op experience in gaming history… it has its moments of this just isn’t fun, and I would’ve like more action sequenes thrown in there than we got, just to break up the puzzle solving more… but it takes two is near masterpiece status, and is a must play for you and that other person in your life…
    I give It Takes Two
    a 9.5/10    … Expand
  12. Mangs
    Mar 28, 2021
    10
    Bought this game to play with my newly wed wife and am absolutely loving it! For a 2 player co-op this game has it all.

    I’m an experienced gamer but my wife is new on the gaming scene. The game is relaxed enough to allow us both to enjoy it. The infinite deaths is a very good touch, as it takes the focus off the technical ability and allows the players to enjoy the cooperative gameplay    Bought this game to play with my newly wed wife and am absolutely loving it! For a 2 player co-op this game has it all.

    I’m an experienced gamer but my wife is new on the gaming scene. The game is relaxed enough to allow us both to enjoy it. The infinite deaths is a very good touch, as it takes the focus off the technical ability and allows the players to enjoy the cooperative gameplay much more.

    The story line and animation are awesome. The gameplay is varied enough such that it never gets boring. The difficulty is pitched just right.

    This is the perfect game for a couple and I’d highly recommend to all. What’s more is the RRP is half that of other titles.    … Expand
  13. Necrophat
    Sep 12, 2021
    10
    What. A. Game - A truly great coop game with tons of variety, easily over 10 hours of gameplay, absolutely brilliant.
  14. GlaucioM
    Sep 27, 2021
    10
    Its not a only funny amazing beauty game, it's make reflect about relationship.
  15. scruffy_77
    Apr 11, 2021
    10
    Every now again in life something comes along which is revolutionary, something that sets a new bar. This game is exactly that. It’s flawless, remarkable, polished and every step is breathtaking. Hands down, the best co-op game ever produced by mankind to date.
  16. Antiagr
    Mar 31, 2021
    10
    **** the Oscar" man again made an amazing game! One of the best coop game in history!
  17. vashkor
    Apr 8, 2021
    10
    My expectations were high to begin with, based on Hazelight's former two games that I quite enjoyed. Then my first impression with this game was that it's the best two player co-op out there. But even that was exceeded with the realization that there is simply no comparison with anything else, for this is something very unique.

    Hazelight is doing wonders with their two characters formula.    My expectations were high to begin with, based on Hazelight's former two games that I quite enjoyed. Then my first impression with this game was that it's the best two player co-op out there. But even that was exceeded with the realization that there is simply no comparison with anything else, for this is something very unique.

    Hazelight is doing wonders with their two characters formula. Their first game had two brothers, then two prison breaking allies, and now a husband and wife at the verge of a divorce with a daughter caught in the middle. All these three stories were simple, yet the journies were vibrant. But the true highlight of It Takes Two is how this journey consistently stays fresh and saturated for very many hours where you are constantly faced with new kinds of challenges, and a new set of tools to tackle them. More on that later.

    If you are a couple with access to this game, there is not much need for dilemma. It's an exceedingly fleshed out AAA game for half the price, that can entertain two players with a single purchase, even if you play online. That already makes it well worth the money. On top of that, the game is simply an endless buffet that is sure to surpass your appetite.

    But, there are a couple of big red warnings. Firstly, this is not a casual game. After playing their last game A Way Out, we were expecting some laid back fun. But this game will put even a seasoned gamer to test. Moreover, one person won't be able to carry both. Both the players will need to climb steep learning curves, together.

    Secondly, the game's genre has been phrased as a "romantic comedy", not for the lack of a better word, but because there would have been too many words. This game packages a ton of genres into one, constantly changing to remain consistently fresh. So players with limited preferences may not enjoy it. If you enjoy Mortal Kombat but not Dark Souls, you're gonna have a hard time. If you enjoy Mario but not Tomb Raider, you're gonna have a hard time. Bear that in mind.

    I crave new ideas. And this game is a roller coaster ride through a fun fair of newness. I don't like to recommend anything, but do check it out, and it may speak to you.    … Expand
  18. sephirothteo
    May 25, 2022
    10
    Amazing co-op game, a huge amount of hours, where every few minutes, the game-play changes, the mechanics evolves, the graphics are amazing, and the references to classic video-games are everywhere.

    One of the best games of 2021 and the best game of Josef Fares to date.
  19. PanteraHouse
    Mar 27, 2021
    10
    This game is just wonderful, there are SO MANY unique environments and game mechanics. The amount of assets this game has is staggering. A masterpiece co-op platformer that's GOTY worthy
  20. emileber
    Mar 27, 2021
    10
    Amazing game! I was really pleasantly surprised by this game. Itms really genre-fluid and creative. Feels like a Nintendo game.
  21. SpiderJeruselam
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    It takes two is absolutely fantastic. Never do you feel like the gameplay or mechanics are repetitive.. literally every moment is unique and it was so much fun to play with my partner:-) the story was great, there was great character development and I really enjoyed the narrative choices that they made 10/10
  22. Mamosha
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    For sure it’s a game of the year! Amazing story, design, music, gameplay. One of the best game I ever played.
  23. TheRealMashhead
    Feb 4, 2023
    10
    The most fun me and the wife have had since making our three children. The book of love, ain’t long and boring!
  24. Philkidder
    Mar 27, 2021
    10
    This is genuinely a great game full of moment to moment fun. It’s basically a puzzle platformer with a story, but There is a huge variety of mechanics, so it never gets old. If you are a fan of the genre, or especially if you have a kid to who wants to play games with you, this is a must have.
  25. agent13
    Apr 5, 2022
    10
    the variety of game play and mixing different genres in this game is incredible, you can't find any co-op game that is as amazing as it takes two. this game totally deserved GOTY and the hazelight studio has a very bright future. the level designers of this game are truly genius. the only things that could be better are the story and technical graphics but it doesn't matter I couldn't askthe variety of game play and mixing different genres in this game is incredible, you can't find any co-op game that is as amazing as it takes two. this game totally deserved GOTY and the hazelight studio has a very bright future. the level designers of this game are truly genius. the only things that could be better are the story and technical graphics but it doesn't matter I couldn't ask more from a co-op game even the existence of this game is a miracle and I rate it 10 considering that a kinda indie studio made it.… Expand
  26. koala_kid
    Mar 28, 2021
    10
    My girlfriend and I just beat the game and we had so much fun! The artstyle and creative co-op gameplay is absolutely amazing! Hazellight really put there heart into this game, it's wonderful!
  27. avser
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    Fabulous. Just fabulous. The best time i had gaming since too many years. Not really the easy co-op type of game you would play with your kid, but amazing nonetheless th
  28. theduderino
    May 8, 2021
    10
    Simply wonderful. Beat game of 2021 for now. Graphics, atmosphere, voiceover, story... all great without a doubt.
  29. Theseus77
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    The biggest surprise of this year .. My son loves the game.She is very funny and brilliant.
  30. P4inskiller
    Mar 30, 2021
    10
    Amazing creative game with different game play elements every few (!) minutes. Never boring, never same from the beginning to the end, and always fun. Technicallly stunning and beautiful with AAA production values. Ironically it comes from EA and with the purchase of the Hazelight developers EA increased their number of creative studios by 100%.
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Metascore
88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 50 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 49 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 50
  3. Negative: 0 out of 50
  1. Impulsegamer
    Feb 26, 2025
    100
    It Takes Two is a fun cooperative game on the PlayStation that is filled with consistent surprises and delights, offering a unique and unforgettable experience. Whether you’re playing with a significant other, a friend or a family member, It Takes Two is an essential title for any PS5 owner who is looking for a cooperative challenge and from an incredible moving perspective from a story point of view that can easily be knocked over in a few binge gaming sessions.
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  2. CD-Action
    Nov 15, 2021
    70
    I adore A Way Out, so I had really high expectations for Hazelight’s new game. Instead of sticking to the proven, perfect formula of AWO, the developers decided to give us more of everything and as a result overdid it in many respects. The levels are too long and there are too many minigames, while the story can’t keep up. It seemed to me the narrative is just a pretext to introduce as many different gameplay mechanics as possible, and as a result the relationship between the protagonists is implausible. [05/2021, p.26]
  3. Checkpoint Gaming
    May 29, 2021
    90
    It Takes Two is a one-of-a-kind experience. There is a joy and whimsy to the entire game and so much variety it’ll keep players entertained and surprised from beginning to end. The world is so detailed and gorgeous and the cohesion between storytelling and gameplay is incredibly impressive. It’s the kind of game that proves there’s still plenty of room for innovation in games.
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